Diving at Lakshadweep

Water Sports @ Lakshadweep

Place to rejuvenate yourself with a variety of water sports activities and pearly white sandy beaches

Lakshadweep

The unique charm of Lakshadweep lies in the fact that each island, a tiny principality in itself, has existed from time immemorial, with little influence from the outside world

Lakshadweep

Be it flora or fauna, one can see the nature's most colorful creations adorning the landscape of Lakshadweep

Lakshadweep

Opportunity to admire the mesmerizing nature of uninhabited islands, serene blue water for nature and adventure enthusiasts

Lakshadweep

Along with tranquil and serene beaches, Lakshadweep is famous for bewitching landscapes

ABOUT LAKSHADWEEP

“Lakshadweep, the group of 36 islands is known for its exotic and sun-kissed beaches and lush green landscape. The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’. ”

India’s smallest Union Territory Lakshadweep is an archipelago consisting of 36 islands with an area of 32 sq km. It is a uni-district Union Territory and comprises of 12 atolls, three reefs, five submerged banks and ten inhabited islands. The islands have a total area of 32 sq km. The capital is Kavaratti and it is also the principal town of the UT. All Islands are 220 to 440 km away from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala, in the emerald Arabian Sea. The natural landscapes, the sandy beaches, abundance of flora and fauna and the absence of a rushed lifestyle enhance the mystique of Lakshadweep.

Only BSNL and Airtel provides telecommunication services to Lakshadweep Islands. BSNL provides connectivity in all 10 inhabited islands where as Airtel provides connectivity to Kavaratti and Agatti islands.

The entry to Lakshadweep islands is restricted. One requires an entry permit issued by Lakshadweep Administration to visit these islands.